Dreams Live in Trees
I sogni abitano gli alberi
Synopsis
Inspired by true events which took place in 1978 when Italy became the first country in the world to abolish mental asylums. Upon a closure of an asylum in Florence Anja returns home into the care of her brother Ettore and his wife Lisa. With the help and a great sensitivity from her newly appointed psychiatrist Anja slowly starts to adapt to her new life beyond the asylum. She meets Libero, a local man who delivers vegetables to people in the village. Libero, just like Anja, suffers from mental disorder and learning disabilities. Anja and Libero fall in love. They conduct their relationship under the protection of a secret shack in the middle of the forest. An unexpected event brings morality into question.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Cristina Arnone
Nurse
Miriam Bardini
Aunt Maura
Luciano Casaredi
Priest
Evita Ciri
Lisa
Giuliana Colzi
Adele
Michele Coppini
Nurse
Ilaria Cristini
Nun
Piera Dabizzi
Social Assistant
Lorenzo Girolami
Policeman 1
Rinat Khismatouline
Ettore
Monia Locorotondo
Laundress
Giusi Merli
Maria
Keira Morgan
Anja
Lidana Pasquali
Lady in the village
Michelangelo Lo Presti
Policeman 2
Pietro Ragusa
Libero
Marcello Sbigoli
Doctor
Fausto Maria Sciarappa
Doctor Fanti
Release History & Theatrical Window
Torino Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Marco Della Fonte
- Screenplay & Story
- Marco Della Fonte, Pietro Ragusa
- Original Score
- Lorenzo Piggici
- Original Title
- I sogni abitano gli alberi
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- Italian, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Marco Della Fonte
Marco Della Fonte, Pietro Ragusa
Lorenzo Piggici
Mik Allen
Leonardo Alberto Moschetta
Keira Morgan, Anastasiya Formenskaya, Marco Della Fonte
Department Leadership Roster
Keira Morgan
Producer
Marco Della Fonte
Writer
Mirco Rocchi
Production Design
Pietro Ragusa
Writer
Leonardo Alberto Moschetta
Editor
Mik Allen
Director of Photography
Anastasiya Formenskaya
Producer
Marco Della Fonte
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dreams Live in Trees
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dreams Live in Trees about?
Inspired by true events which took place in 1978 when Italy became the first country in the world to abolish mental asylums. Upon a closure of an asylum in Florence Anja returns home into the care of her brother Ettore and his wife Lisa. With the help and a great sensitivity from her newly appointed psychiatrist Anja slowly starts to adapt to her new life beyond the asylum. She meets Libero, a local man who delivers vegetables to people in the village. Libero, just like Anja, suffers from mental disorder and learning disabilities. Anja and Libero fall in love. They conduct their relationship under the protection of a secret shack in the middle of the forest. An unexpected event brings morality into question.
Who directed Dreams Live in Trees?
Dreams Live in Trees was directed by Marco Della Fonte.
Who stars in Dreams Live in Trees?
The principal cast of Dreams Live in Trees includes Cristina Arnone, Miriam Bardini, Luciano Casaredi, Evita Ciri, Giuliana Colzi.
When was Dreams Live in Trees released and how long is it?
Dreams Live in Trees was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Dreams Live in Trees?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dreams Live in Trees was composed by Lorenzo Piggici.